85 River Road, Unit L5

Closed 6/30/22
Closed 6/30/22
Front entrance to desirable townhouse unit L-5.
Sold
Last Sold Price
$395,000
2 beds1,122 sqft
85 River Rd, Unit L5, Essex, CT 06426
CondoProperty Type
1967Year Built
$352/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$548/moHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Desirable two bedroom townhouse unit with wonderful views of the Falls River. Extraordinary built-in shelving and storage in the living room and primary bedroom. Hardwood floors in the living areas, kitchen and bedrooms. Direct access to the patio off the living room. The primary bedroom has a private balcony. Heritage Cove has an outdoor pool and dock for small boat access to the Falls River. The property is ideally located close to Essex Village center, marinas, tennis courts, playground and library....Desirable two bedroom townhouse unit with wonderful views of the Falls River. Extraordinary built-in shelving and storage in the living room and primary bedroom. Hardwood floors in the living areas, kitchen and bedrooms. Direct access to the patio off the living room. The primary bedroom has a private balcony. Heritage Cove has an outdoor pool and dock for small boat access to the Falls River. The property is ideally located close to Essex Village center, marinas, tennis courts, playground and library. Essex is located 2 hours from both New York and Boston. Amtrak service is available from nearby Old Saybrook and the Shoreline RR connects to Metro North in New Haven. The Nature Conservancy named the Lower Connecticut River Valley one of the 40 "Last Great Places." Live here and enjoy everything that Essex and the Connecticut River Valley and shoreline have to offer. An existing chairlift will be removed prior to closing at buyer's request.
  • Listed by: Patrick Callahan 860.227.1587 patrick.callahan@cbmoves.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing closed: 06/30/2022 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170485015

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$400,000

Avg days on market

66

Sale-to-list ratio

96.5%

Essex, CT

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Property Information for 85 River Road, Unit L5

Property Details
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Taxes: $3,369 / year
  • MLS Type: Condo/Co-Op / Condominium
  • County: Middlesex County
  • Basement Description: None
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Expected Active Date: 04-29-2022
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Style: Townhouse
  • Garage Parking Info: Carport, Paved
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 04-29-2022
Building Information
  • Building/Complex: 85 River Rd
  • Residences: 104
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Pet Policy Details: Yes
  • Year Built: 1967
Summary
Property and Location
  • Association Amenities: Guest Parking, Pool
  • Complex Name: Heritage Cove
  • Directions: River Rd to Heritage Cove Unit L-5
  • Elementary School: Essex
  • End Unit: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Regional District 4
  • Latitude: 41.36899
  • Longitude: -72.3899
  • Middle Jr High School: Regional District 4
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Pets Allowed Info: 1 dog or 1 cat
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Unit On Floor Number: 1
  • State: Connecticut
  • Subd Complex: Heritage Cove
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Water, Pest Control, Pool Service, Road Maintenance, Insurance
  • HOA Fee Amount: 548
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: $3,369
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Patio
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: River, Dock or Mooring, View, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Cooling System: Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Radiant, Zoned
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: first floor
  • Room Count: 5
  • Rooms Total: 4
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor,Sliders,Sunken
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Corian Counters,Galley
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: red
  • Condo Model Name: Townhouse
  • Construction Description: Frame, Brick
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Handicap Features: Accessible Bath, Chair Lift
  • Levels In Unit: 2
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 999999999
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1122.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1122.0
  • Zoning: RU
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Storm Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Shared Septic
  • Water Source: Shared Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant
  • Total Number of Units: 104

Property History for 85 River Road, Unit L5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1493077982

$197,500

-2.1% / yr

Feb 26, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #411648130

$235,000

-0.1% / yr

Nov 26, 2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #128068864

$237,250

+8.2% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1493077982

$197,500

-2.1% / yr

02/26/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #411648130

$235,000

-0.1% / yr

11/26/2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #128068864

$237,250

+8.2% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 85 River Road, Unit L5

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$179,400Total-
Tax Record2025$3,342 ($278 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,122 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,122 SqFtStories2Lot Size399 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1967Year Renovated1967ZoningRUCountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNESSX M:12 B:007 U:L-5

Schools near 85 River Road, Unit L5

This home is within Regional School District 04.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Essex Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
John Winthrop Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Valley Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Essex Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

John Winthrop Middle School
Public7 to 8

Valley Regional High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 85 River Road, Unit L5, Essex, CT 06426
$395,000
2
1,122
–
85 River Road, Unit K6, Essex, CT 06426
$295,000
2
1.5
1,122
–
85 River Road, Unit K2, Essex, CT 06426
$347,500
2
1.5
1,122
–
85 River Road, Unit I4, Essex, CT 06426
$345,000
2
1,006
–
85 River Road, Unit B1, Essex, CT 06426
$340,000
2
1,122
–
85 River Road, Unit D4, Essex, CT 06426
$333,000
2
1,006
–

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